Accounting Analyst

Job summary

Manage accounts payable and receivable, reconcile financial transactions and accounts, and support month-end and year-end closing. Prepare reports and analyze financial variances, billing, transportation costs, and profitability while maintaining accurate records and supporting process improvements and the CFO's financial projects.

Job details

Company: Vistar Transportation Ltd. Location: Hamilton, Ontario Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | On-Site Salary: $52,000–$75,000 CAD per year (based on experience and qualifications) Vistar Transportation Ltd. delivers integrated logistics solutions across North America and global markets, supporting customers with end-to-end freight movement. Through a network of trusted partners, the company coordinates air, ocean, rail, and road transportation to ensure efficient and reliable delivery. With specialized expertise in refrigerated, dry, and LTL shipments, Vistar emphasizes precision, planning, and strong execution at every stage. The organization is committed to dependable solutions that keep supply chains moving and aligned with customer expectations. As our company continues to grow, we are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Accounting Analyst to join our finance team. Key Responsibilities: Manage and support daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. Review and reconcile financial transactions, bank accounts, and general ledger accounts. Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes. Prepare financial reports and analyze variances, trends, and discrepancies. Monitor customer balances, vendor payments, and outstanding invoices. Review billing accuracy, transportation costs, and profitability. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls. Maintain accurate financial records using QuickBooks Online. Work closely with the finance and operations teams to resolve accounting discrepancies. Support the CFO with financial analysis, reporting, and other accounting projects as required. Qualifications: Diploma or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum 2–3 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis. Proficiency in QuickBooks Online is preferred. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial reporting. Good understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial statements. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Experience in transportation, logistics, or freight brokerage is an asset. What We Offer: Competitive compensation based on experience. Extended health benefits. Opportunity to grow professionally within an expanding company. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Hands-on experience working closely with senior management. Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and financial decision-making.

What you’ll do

Manage accounts payable and receivable, reconcile financial transactions and accounts, and support month-end and year-end closing. Prepare reports and analyze financial variances, billing, transportation costs, and profitability while maintaining accurate records and supporting process improvements and the CFO's financial projects.

Requirements

Requires a diploma or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with 2–3 years of accounting or financial analysis experience. Candidates should have strong Excel skills, knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements, and strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities; QuickBooks Online proficiency is preferred.

Benefits

• Extended Health Benefits
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Supportive and Collaborative Team Environment
• Hands-On Experience with Senior Management

Listed skills

• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Financial Reconciliation · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Quickbooks Online · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Financial Reconciliation
• Month-End Closing
• Year-End Closing
• Financial Reporting
• Variance Analysis
• QuickBooks Online
• Microsoft Excel
• Pivot Tables
• VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
• Accounting Principles
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Internal Controls
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Transportation
• Logistics
• Data & Analytics

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